Dr. Perry Mccarty

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Biography

Perry L. McCarty is the Silas H. Palmer Professor Emeritus at Stanford University and a highly recognized figure in the field of environmental engineering. He has been influential in developing multidisciplinary education and research programs in environmental engineering science, which have served as models worldwide. McCarty led Stanford’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering as Chairman from 1980 to 1985 and directed the Western Region Hazardous Substance Research Center from 1989 to 2002. His substantial contributions include pioneering anaerobic treatment processes and advancing biological processes for nitrogen removal and water reuse. His recent research interests have expanded to encompass treatments for domestic and industrial wastewaters as well as the control of groundwater contaminants. McCarty's work has earned him several prestigious awards, including the Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement in 1992 and the Stockholm Water Prize in 2007. He has published over 350 papers and authored textbooks on environmental chemistry and biotechnology. Furthermore, he has held various professorships internationally and has served as an advisor on numerous boards and committees related to environmental health and water quality.

Research Interests

Experience

Silas H. Palmer Professor Civil Engineering Emeritus

1999-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Professor emeritus in Civil Engineering, involved in teaching and research.

Chairman

1980-01-01 — 1985-01-01

Department of Civil Engineering, Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Oversaw departmental activities and faculty.

Director

1989-01-01 — 2003-01-01

Western Region Hazardous Substance Research Center, Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Directed research initiatives on hazardous substance management.

Awards

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Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement

1992-01-01
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Stockholm Water Prize

2007-01-01

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
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  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.